Thresholds of a New Year

Thresholds of a New Year

  I like it when the new year rolls around. There’s a sense of optimism that knocks about the pessimism that sometimes follows me around. It’s like crossing a threshold, and that’s exciting. Who knows what’s on the other side? It makes sense that January is named...
Hazel and Holly — An Imparted Plea

Hazel and Holly — An Imparted Plea

Previous: Locks and Shadows, Part Two   Holly awoke in darkness. She tried to sit up but banged her head against a wooden plank. “Ow!” She lay back down and rubbed her forehead. The air was warm and stifling and the room jostled to and fro. Where was she? She...